Historical · Comfortable · Quirky

A warm welcome

The Anchor is a charming characterful attractive Grade 11 listed hotel, pub and restaurant located on a picturesque riverside location on the banks of the Tyne.

The menu at the Anchor offers a quality selection of British dishes loving made with locally sourced ingredients. The extensive menu offers 3 course meals as well as lighter snacks and sharing platters washed down with hand pulled ales, beers and lagers spirits or a glass of wine.

Situated on the Bridge of Haydon Bridge (which originally dates back to the 1300’s). The Anchor Hotel is a building steeped in history and it has been a Hotel in various guises for many years. Originating as a Jacobite Cross relating to medieval settlements, the Roman occupation and Jacobite revolutions the Hotel was also once a court house complete with hanging facilities outside in what is now the car park and garden.

The hotel rises out of the river Tyne enjoying a perfect position for direct access to the river, and lovely views. The salmon leap over the weir and sandy beaches and swimming holes are also at this point. Whatever the weather there is a good vantage point and a lovely aspect watching the river rage in flood in the winter or paddling in calmer waters.

The Hotel has a very friendly cosy bar and lounge where a real log fire blazes away. Or in finer weather enjoy the river views in our alfresco garden area and when the sun shines it shines here all day until it sets.

Food is freshly prepared by our chef de cuisine and served everyday noon ’til nine. We cater for functions and meetings and have private rooms for your special occasions, which we will tailor to suit your wishes.

The hotel has eight rooms and is ideally located for exploring Northumberland’s wonderful countryside. We are surrounded by Heritage sites including Hadrian’s Wall, National Trust Properties, The Lake District, the coast and castles of Northumberland as well as The Metro Centre shopping experience all within an easy drive or train ride.

Our chef, originally from the 5 star Caledonian in Edinburgh, is committed to using as many locally sourced ingredients as possible and presents a menu of dishes featuring classic British cooking beautifully presented.